Politics, Policy & Law

Becerra’s confirmation, O’Connell nomination spotlight FDA commissioner choice

Woodcock still in play to head FDA 

Janet Woodcock’s name is still in play to head FDA as White House extends search.

The Senate confirmation of Xavier Becerra as HHS secretary and President Joe Biden’s announcement that he will nominate Dawn O’Connell as HHS assistant secretary for preparedness and response shine a bright light on the remaining unfilled senior health policy position: FDA commissioner.

Rumors about Biden’s choice for the